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Mathematics (Grade 8)

Expressions & Equations

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Expressions & Equations: Solutions of Linear Equations

Age Word Problem

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Age Word Problem
Introduction

Word problems help us use algebra to solve real-life situations. By representing an unknown value with a variable, we can create an equation and find the answer. Age problems are commo...

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One day, Owen visits his aunt and spends time with his little cousin, Tyler. Owen is 13 years old, and Tyler is 3 years old.

One year from now, Owen will be 13 + 1 or 14 years old, and Tyler will be 3 + 1 or 4 years old. This shows that both of their ages increase by the same number each year. Owen’s aunt asks him, ‘When will your age be t...